Photo Gallery: MN Thunder vs Sioux Falls City FC

Michael Lake

June 17, 2023In Photo Gallery, Women's Premier Soccer League

Minnesota Thunder defeated Sioux Falls City FC 3-1 in Friday’s WPSL game at Academy of Holy Angels in Richfield, Minnesota. Here are our photos from the pitch.

Sioux Falls City FC defender Mo Malone (2) dribbles with Minnesota Thunder midfielder Izzy Engle (2) in pursuit during the Minnesota Thunder vs Sioux Falls City FC match on Friday, June 16, 2023 at Academy of Holy Angels in Richfield, Minnesota. (Photo by Michael Lake / Lake Photography)

Sioux Falls City FC defender Rebecca Storr (25) blocks a cross by Minnesota Thunder forward Megan Nemec (18) during the Minnesota Thunder vs Sioux Falls City FC match on Friday, June 16, 2023 at Academy of Holy Angels in Richfield, Minnesota. (Photo by Michael Lake / Lake Photography)

Sioux Falls City FC midfielder Rylee Haldeman (14) and Minnesota Thunder midfielder Dara Andringa (17) vie for the ball during the Minnesota Thunder vs Sioux Falls City FC match on Friday, June 16, 2023 at Academy of Holy Angels in Richfield, Minnesota. (Photo by Michael Lake / Lake Photography)

Sioux Falls City FC goalkeeper Hailee Fischer (18) punches the ball away as Minnesota Thunder forward Paige Peltier (42) attempts a header during the Minnesota Thunder vs Sioux Falls City FC match on Friday, June 16, 2023 at Academy of Holy Angels in Richfield, Minnesota. (Photo by Michael Lake / Lake Photography)

Minnesota Thunder forward Paige Peltier (42) dribbles the ball along the goal line against Sioux Falls City FC defender Rebecca Storr (25) during the Minnesota Thunder vs Sioux Falls City FC match on Friday, June 16, 2023 at Academy of Holy Angels in Richfield, Minnesota. (Photo by Michael Lake / Lake Photography)

Minnesota Thunder forward Megan Nemec (18) kicks the ball while Sioux Falls City FC defender Rebecca Storr (25) jumps to block during the Minnesota Thunder vs Sioux Falls City FC match on Friday, June 16, 2023 at Academy of Holy Angels in Richfield, Minnesota. (Photo by Michael Lake / Lake Photography)

Sioux Falls City FC defender Jordan Tenpas (4) kicks the ball past Minnesota Thunder forward Paige Peltier (42) during the Minnesota Thunder vs Sioux Falls City FC match on Friday, June 16, 2023 at Academy of Holy Angels in Richfield, Minnesota. (Photo by Michael Lake / Lake Photography)

Minnesota Thunder forward Kaitlyn MacBean (4) sends a header into the goal during the Minnesota Thunder vs Sioux Falls City FC match on Friday, June 16, 2023 at Academy of Holy Angels in Richfield, Minnesota. (Photo by Michael Lake / Lake Photography)

Minnesota Thunder forward Andrea Barth (30) dribbles against Sioux Falls City FC defender Mo Malone (2) during the Minnesota Thunder vs Sioux Falls City FC match on Friday, June 16, 2023 at Academy of Holy Angels in Richfield, Minnesota. (Photo by Michael Lake / Lake Photography)

Sioux Falls City FC defender Letycia Bonifacio (28) scores a goal off a direct free kick during the Minnesota Thunder vs Sioux Falls City FC match on Friday, June 16, 2023 at Academy of Holy Angels in Richfield, Minnesota. (Photo by Michael Lake / Lake Photography)

Minnesota Thunder midfielder Paige Kalal (10) kicks a corner kick during the Minnesota Thunder vs Sioux Falls City FC match on Friday, June 16, 2023 at Academy of Holy Angels in Richfield, Minnesota. (Photo by Michael Lake / Lake Photography)

Sioux Falls City FC defender Letycia Bonifacio (28) jumps for a header during the Minnesota Thunder vs Sioux Falls City FC match on Friday, June 16, 2023 at Academy of Holy Angels in Richfield, Minnesota. (Photo by Michael Lake / Lake Photography)

Minnesota Thunder defender Vivian Rojas Collins (3) with the ball during the Minnesota Thunder vs Sioux Falls City FC match on Friday, June 16, 2023 at Academy of Holy Angels in Richfield, Minnesota. (Photo by Michael Lake / Lake Photography)

Minnesota Thunder forward Paige Peltier (42) takes a shot on goal during the Minnesota Thunder vs Sioux Falls City FC match on Friday, June 16, 2023 at Academy of Holy Angels in Richfield, Minnesota. (Photo by Michael Lake / Lake Photography)

Minnesota Thunder forward Paige Peltier (42) dribbles the ball against Sioux Falls City FC defender Rebecca Storr (25) and forward Mary Perez (10) during the Minnesota Thunder vs Sioux Falls City FC match on Friday, June 16, 2023 at Academy of Holy Angels in Richfield, Minnesota. (Photo by Michael Lake / Lake Photography)

Sioux Falls City FC midfielder Taylor Thomas (7) and Minnesota Thunder midfielder Paige Kalal (10) vie for the ball during the Minnesota Thunder vs Sioux Falls City FC match on Friday, June 16, 2023 at Academy of Holy Angels in Richfield, Minnesota. (Photo by Michael Lake / Lake Photography)

Minnesota Thunder midfielder Izzy Engle (2) dribbles the ball past Sioux Falls City FC forward Mary Perez (10) during the Minnesota Thunder vs Sioux Falls City FC match on Friday, June 16, 2023 at Academy of Holy Angels in Richfield, Minnesota. (Photo by Michael Lake / Lake Photography)

Minnesota Thunder forward Paige Peltier (42) dribbles the ball against Sioux Falls City FC defender Jordan Tenpas (4) during the Minnesota Thunder vs Sioux Falls City FC match on Friday, June 16, 2023 at Academy of Holy Angels in Richfield, Minnesota. (Photo by Michael Lake / Lake Photography)

Minnesota Thunder defender Kendall Quall (16) passes the ball during the Minnesota Thunder vs Sioux Falls City FC match on Friday, June 16, 2023 at Academy of Holy Angels in Richfield, Minnesota. (Photo by Michael Lake / Lake Photography)

Sioux Falls City FC goalkeeper Hailee Fischer (18) kicks a goal kick during the Minnesota Thunder vs Sioux Falls City FC match on Friday, June 16, 2023 at Academy of Holy Angels in Richfield, Minnesota. (Photo by Michael Lake / Lake Photography)

Minnesota Thunder forward Andrea Barth (30) and Sioux Falls City FC defender Rebecca Storr (25) jump for a header in front of Sioux Falls City FC’s goal during the Minnesota Thunder vs Sioux Falls City FC match on Friday, June 16, 2023 at Academy of Holy Angels in Richfield, Minnesota. (Photo by Michael Lake / Lake Photography)

Minnesota Thunder midfielder Izzy Engle (2) and Sioux Falls City FC defender Letycia Bonifacio (28) vie for the ball during the Minnesota Thunder vs Sioux Falls City FC match on Friday, June 16, 2023 at Academy of Holy Angels in Richfield, Minnesota. (Photo by Michael Lake / Lake Photography)

Sioux Falls City FC defender Letycia Bonifacio (28) takes a shot on goal while Minnesota Thunder midfielder Izzy Engle (2) jumps to block during the Minnesota Thunder vs Sioux Falls City FC match on Friday, June 16, 2023 at Academy of Holy Angels in Richfield, Minnesota. (Photo by Michael Lake / Lake Photography)

Minnesota Thunder midfielder Dara Andringa (17) celebrates after Minnesota Thunder’s third goal during the Minnesota Thunder vs Sioux Falls City FC match on Friday, June 16, 2023 at Academy of Holy Angels in Richfield, Minnesota. (Photo by Michael Lake / Lake Photography)

Minnesota Thunder defender Kendall Quall (16) and Sioux Falls City FC forward Kirsten Wetterstrom (13) vie for the ball during the Minnesota Thunder vs Sioux Falls City FC match on Friday, June 16, 2023 at Academy of Holy Angels in Richfield, Minnesota. (Photo by Michael Lake / Lake Photography)

Sioux Falls City FC forward Mckenna Lehman (16) and Minnesota Thunder forward Kelsey Kallio (8) contest the ball during the Minnesota Thunder vs Sioux Falls City FC match on Friday, June 16, 2023 at Academy of Holy Angels in Richfield, Minnesota. (Photo by Michael Lake / Lake Photography)

Sioux Falls City FC forward Jada Vanoverbeke (23) attempts to dribble through Minnesota Thunder midfielder Grace Pohlidal (6) and defender Jordy Rothwell (21) during the Minnesota Thunder vs Sioux Falls City FC match on Friday, June 16, 2023 at Academy of Holy Angels in Richfield, Minnesota. (Photo by Michael Lake / Lake Photography)

Sioux Falls City FC forward Mckenna Lehman (16) dribbles the ball against Minnesota Thunder midfielders Madelyn Poor (12) and Grace Pohlidal (6) during the Minnesota Thunder vs Sioux Falls City FC match on Friday, June 16, 2023 at Academy of Holy Angels in Richfield, Minnesota. (Photo by Michael Lake / Lake Photography)

Minnesota Thunder forward Paige Peltier (42) controls the ball away from Sioux Falls City FC defender Lourdes Moreno (32) during the Minnesota Thunder vs Sioux Falls City FC match on Friday, June 16, 2023 at Academy of Holy Angels in Richfield, Minnesota. (Photo by Michael Lake / Lake Photography)

Sioux Falls City FC defender Lourdes Moreno (32) on the field at the end of the Minnesota Thunder vs Sioux Falls City FC match on Friday, June 16, 2023 at Academy of Holy Angels in Richfield, Minnesota. (Photo by Michael Lake / Lake Photography)

Minnesota Thunder forward Paige Peltier (42) and Sioux Falls City FC midfielder Chloe Allan (6) shake hands following the Minnesota Thunder vs Sioux Falls City FC match on Friday, June 16, 2023 at Academy of Holy Angels in Richfield, Minnesota. (Photo by Michael Lake / Lake Photography)

by Michael Lake

Photo Gallery: Minnesota Aurora v Chicago Dutch Lions

Michael Lake

June 9, 2023In Minnesota Aurora FC, Photo Gallery, USL W League

With a hat trick from midfielder Hannah Adler (10), Minnesota Aurora defeated Chicago Dutch Lions 6-1 on Wednesday’s match at TCO Stadium.

Minnesota Aurora FC midfielder Hannah Adler (10) dribbles the ball during the match against the Chicago Dutch Lions at TCO Stadium in Eagan, Minn., on Wednesday, June 7, 2023. (Photo by Seth Steffenhagen/Steffenhagen Photography)

Minnesota Aurora FC defender Makenzie Langdok (2) dribbles the ball during the match against the Chicago Dutch Lions at TCO Stadium in Eagan, Minn., on Wednesday, June 7, 2023. (Photo by Seth Steffenhagen/Steffenhagen Photography)

Minnesota Aurora forward Maya Hansen (13) and Chicago Dutch Lions player Emma Irle (18) vie for the ball during the Minnesota Aurora v. Chicago Dutch Lions match on Wednesday, June 7, 2023 at TCO Stadium in Eagan, Minnesota. (Photo by Michael Lake / Lake Photography)

Chicago Dutch Lions goalkeeper Emma Guthrie (0) fouls Minnesota Aurora FC midfielder Hannah Adler (10) in the box during the match at TCO Stadium in Eagan, Minn., on Wednesday, June 7, 2023. (Photo by Seth Steffenhagen/Steffenhagen Photography)

Minnesota Aurora FC midfielder Hannah Adler (10) scores a goal off a penalty kick during the match against the Chicago Dutch Lions at TCO Stadium in Eagan, Minn., on Wednesday, June 7, 2023. (Photo by Seth Steffenhagen/Steffenhagen Photography)

Minnesota Aurora FC players run back to restart play after their first goal during the Minnesota Aurora v. Chicago Dutch Lions match on Wednesday, June 7, 2023 at TCO Stadium in Eagan, Minnesota. (Photo by Michael Lake / Lake Photography)

Minnesota Aurora forward Catherine Rapp (20) heads the ball to midfielder Addison Weichers (16) during the Minnesota Aurora v. Chicago Dutch Lions match on Wednesday, June 7, 2023 at TCO Stadium in Eagan, Minnesota. (Photo by Michael Lake / Lake Photography)

Minnesota Aurora FC forward Maya Hansen (13) controls the ball during the match against the Chicago Dutch Lions at TCO Stadium in Eagan, Minn., on Wednesday, June 7, 2023. (Photo by Seth Steffenhagen/Steffenhagen Photography)

Minnesota Aurora midfielder Addison Weichers (16) attempts to dribble past Chicago Dutch Lions player Edith Delgado (6) during the Minnesota Aurora v. Chicago Dutch Lions match on Wednesday, June 7, 2023 at TCO Stadium in Eagan, Minnesota. (Photo by Michael Lake / Lake Photography)

Minnesota Aurora FC midfielder Arianna Del Moral (11) passes the ball during the match against the Chicago Dutch Lions at TCO Stadium in Eagan, Minn., on Wednesday, June 7, 2023. (Photo by Seth Steffenhagen/Steffenhagen Photography)

Chicago Dutch Lions player Victoria Adams (20) keeps the ball away from Minnesota Aurora midfielder Mariah Nguyen (19) during the Minnesota Aurora v. Chicago Dutch Lions match on Wednesday, June 7, 2023 at TCO Stadium in Eagan, Minnesota. (Photo by Michael Lake / Lake Photography)

Minnesota Aurora FC midfielder Mariah Nguyen (19) dribbles the ball during the match against the Chicago Dutch Lions at TCO Stadium in Eagan, Minn., on Wednesday, June 7, 2023. (Photo by Seth Steffenhagen/Steffenhagen Photography)

Minnesota Aurora FC defender Tianna Harris (15) passes the ball during the match against the Chicago Dutch Lions at TCO Stadium in Eagan, Minn., on Wednesday, June 7, 2023. (Photo by Seth Steffenhagen/Steffenhagen Photography)

Minnesota Aurora midfielder Mariah Nguyen (19) dribbles the ball while Chicago Dutch Lions player Cate Downs (16) defends during the Minnesota Aurora v. Chicago Dutch Lions match on Wednesday, June 7, 2023 at TCO Stadium in Eagan, Minnesota. (Photo by Michael Lake / Lake Photography)

MN Revontulet leads the crowd in a chant during the Minnesota Aurora v. Chicago Dutch Lions match on Wednesday, June 7, 2023 at TCO Stadium in Eagan, Minnesota. (Photo by Michael Lake / Lake Photography)

Chicago Dutch Lions player Katrina Barthelt (12) dribbles the ball while Minnesota Aurora midfielder Rami Rapp (6) defends during the Minnesota Aurora v. Chicago Dutch Lions match on Wednesday, June 7, 2023 at TCO Stadium in Eagan, Minnesota. (Photo by Michael Lake / Lake Photography)

Chicago Dutch Lions player Katrina Barthelt (12) attempts a slide tackle against Minnesota Aurora defender Makenzie Langdok (2) during the Minnesota Aurora v. Chicago Dutch Lions match on Wednesday, June 7, 2023 at TCO Stadium in Eagan, Minnesota. (Photo by Michael Lake / Lake Photography)

Minnesota Aurora midfielder Morgan Stone (4) attempts to control a loose ball in Chicago’s penalty area during the Minnesota Aurora v. Chicago Dutch Lions match on Wednesday, June 7, 2023 at TCO Stadium in Eagan, Minnesota. (Photo by Michael Lake / Lake Photography)

Minnesota Aurora goalkeeper Amanda Poorbaugh (0) dribbles the ball during the Minnesota Aurora v. Chicago Dutch Lions match on Wednesday, June 7, 2023 at TCO Stadium in Eagan, Minnesota. (Photo by Michael Lake / Lake Photography)

Minnesota Aurora midfielder Morgan Stone (4) passes the ball away from Chicago Dutch Lions player Anna Stiffler (21) during the Minnesota Aurora v. Chicago Dutch Lions match on Wednesday, June 7, 2023 at TCO Stadium in Eagan, Minnesota. (Photo by Michael Lake / Lake Photography)

Chicago Dutch Lions player Kayla Shebar (3) dribbles while Minnesota Aurora midfielder Vienna Behnke (18) defends during the Minnesota Aurora v. Chicago Dutch Lions match on Wednesday, June 7, 2023 at TCO Stadium in Eagan, Minnesota. (Photo by Michael Lake / Lake Photography)

Minnesota Aurora FC forward Kristelle Yewah (9) heads the ball during the match against the Chicago Dutch Lions match at TCO Stadium in Eagan, Minn., on Wednesday, June 7, 2023. (Photo by Seth Steffenhagen/Steffenhagen Photography)

Minnesota Aurora head coach Nicole Lukic answers questions from the media during the post match presser after Minnesota Aurora defeated during the Chicago Dutch Lions 6-1 at TCO Stadium in Eagan, Minn., on Wednesday, June 7, 2023. (Photo by Seth Steffenhagen/Steffenhagen Photography)

Minnesota Aurora FC midfielder Hannah Adler (10) answers questions from the media during the post match presser after Minnesota Aurora defeated during the Chicago Dutch Lions 6-1 at TCO Stadium in Eagan, Minn., on Wednesday, June 7, 2023. (Photo by Seth Steffenhagen/Steffenhagen Photography)

by Michael Lake

Photo Gallery: Minnesota Aurora vs RKC Third Coast

Michael Lake

June 1, 2023In Minnesota Aurora FC, Photo Gallery, USL W League

Minnesota Aurora sailed to a 10-0 win against RKC Third Coast on Wednesday night. Here are our photos from the pitch.

Minnesota Aurora FC forward Maya Hansen (13) strikes the ball during the match against RKC Third Coast at TCO Stadium in Eagan, Minn., on Wednesday, May 31, 2023. (Photo by Seth Steffenhagen/Steffenhagen Photography)

Minnesota Aurora FC forward Catherine Rapp (20) celebrates with teammate Arianna Del Moral (11) after scoring a goal during the match against RKC Third Coast at TCO Stadium in Eagan, Minn., on Wednesday, May 31, 2023. (Photo by Seth Steffenhagen/Steffenhagen Photography)

Minnesota Aurora forward Catherine Rapp (20) celebrates a goal with sister Rami Rapp (6) during the Minnesota Aurora v. RKC Third Coast match on Wednesday, May 31, 2023 at TCO Stadium in Eagan, Minnesota. (Photo by Michael Lake/Lake Photography)

Minnesota Aurora players celebrate one of many goals during a USL W Match between Minnesota Aurora and RKC Third Coast on Wednesday, May 31, 2023 at TCO Stadium in Eagan, Minnesota. (Photo by Tim McLaughlin)

Minnesota Aurora forward Maya Hansen (13) dribbles through RKC Third Coast midfielder Molly Pekala (15) and midfielder Hannah Zastrow (27) during the Minnesota Aurora v. RKC Third Coast match on Wednesday, May 31, 2023 at TCO Stadium in Eagan, Minnesota. (Photo by Michael Lake/Lake Photography)

Minnesota Aurora forward Maya Hansen (13) strikes the ball during the Minnesota Aurora v. RKC Third Coast match on Wednesday, May 31, 2023 at TCO Stadium in Eagan, Minnesota. (Photo by Michael Lake/Lake Photography)

Minnesota Aurora FC forward Maya Hansen (13) scores a goal during the match against RKC Third Coast at TCO Stadium in Eagan, Minn., on Wednesday, May 31, 2023. (Photo by Seth Steffenhagen/Steffenhagen Photography)

Minnesota Aurora forward Catherine Rapp (20) strikes the ball while RKC Third Coast forward Alexis Betker (28) looks on during the Minnesota Aurora v. RKC Third Coast match on Wednesday, May 31, 2023 at TCO Stadium in Eagan, Minnesota. (Photo by Michael Lake/Lake Photography)

Minnesota Aurora midfielder Morgan Stone (4) and midfielder Mariah Nguyen (19) jump for a header off a corner kick while RKC Third Coast forward Haley Johnson (10), defender Brie Klingbeil (20), and forward Alexis Baker (13) defend during the Minnesota Aurora v. RKC Third Coast match on Wednesday, May 31, 2023 at TCO Stadium in Eagan, Minnesota. (Photo by Michael Lake/Lake Photography)

Minnesota Aurora midfielder Mariah Nguyen (19) plays the ball during a USL W Match between Minnesota Aurora and RKC Third Coast on Wednesday, May 31, 2023 at TCO Stadium in Eagan, Minnesota. (Photo by Tim McLaughlin)

Minnesota Aurora forward Maya Hansen (13), forward Catherine Rapp (20), and midfielder Mariah Nguyen (19) celebrate Maya Hansen's second goal during the Minnesota Aurora v. RKC Third Coast match on Wednesday, May 31, 2023 at TCO Stadium in Eagan, Minnesota. (Photo by Michael Lake/Lake Photography)

Minnesota Aurora fans watch on during a USL W Match between Minnesota Aurora and RKC Third Coast on Wednesday, May 31, 2023 at TCO Stadium in Eagan, Minnesota. (Photo by Tim McLaughlin)

Minnesota Aurora defender Makenzie Langdok (2) dribbles the ball into the RKC Third Coast box during the Minnesota Aurora v. RKC Third Coast match on Wednesday, May 31, 2023 at TCO Stadium in Eagan, Minnesota. (Photo by Michael Lake/Lake Photography)

RKC Third Coast goalkeeper Greta Harms (1) collects the ball with pressure from Minnesota Aurora forward Catherine Rapp (20) during the Minnesota Aurora v. RKC Third Coast match on Wednesday, May 31, 2023 at TCO Stadium in Eagan, Minnesota. (Photo by Michael Lake/Lake Photography)

Minnesota Aurora midfielder Mariah Nguyen (19) sends the ball into the center during the Minnesota Aurora v. RKC Third Coast match on Wednesday, May 31, 2023 at TCO Stadium in Eagan, Minnesota. (Photo by Michael Lake/Lake Photography)

Minnesota Aurora FC midfielder Morgan Stone (4) scores a goal during the match against RKC Third Coast at TCO Stadium in Eagan, Minn., on Wednesday, May 31, 2023. (Photo by Seth Steffenhagen/Steffenhagen Photography)

A supporter waves a flag during the Minnesota Aurora vs RKC Third Coast match at TCO Stadium in Eagan, Minn., on Wednesday, May 31, 2023. (Photo by Seth Steffenhagen/Steffenhagen Photography)

RKC Third Coast goalkeeper Greta Harms (1) looks up after making a save against Minnesota Aurora on Wednesday, May 31, 2023 at TCO Stadium in Eagan, Minnesota. (Photo by Tim McLaughlin)

Minnesota Aurora and RKC Third Coast play in a USL W League match on Wednesday, May 31, 2023 at TCO Stadium in Eagan, Minnesota. (Photo by Tim McLaughlin)

A USL W Match between Minnesota Aurora and RKC Third Coast on Wednesday, May 31, 2023 at TCO Stadium in Eagan, Minnesota. (Photo by Tim McLaughlin)

Minnesota Aurora midfielder Morgan Stone (4) heads the ball from a corner kick while RKC Third Coast forward Alexis Baker (13) and defender Brie Klingbeil (20) defend during the Minnesota Aurora v. RKC Third Coast match on Wednesday, May 31, 2023 at TCO Stadium in Eagan, Minnesota. (Photo by Michael Lake/Lake Photography)

RKC Third Coast midfielder Hannah Zastrow (27) attempts to steal the ball from Minnesota Aurora forward Kaitlyn MacBean (14) during the Minnesota Aurora v. RKC Third Coast match on Wednesday, May 31, 2023 at TCO Stadium in Eagan, Minnesota. (Photo by Michael Lake/Lake Photography)

RKC Third Coast midfielder Hannah Zastrow (27) dribbles the ball while Minnesota Aurora midfielder Sophie French (3) defends during the Minnesota Aurora v. RKC Third Coast match on Wednesday, May 31, 2023 at TCO Stadium in Eagan, Minnesota. (Photo by Michael Lake/Lake Photography)

A fan celebrates a Minnesota Aurora FC goal during the Minnesota Aurora v. RKC Third Coast match on Wednesday, May 31, 2023 at TCO Stadium in Eagan, Minnesota. (Photo by Michael Lake/Lake Photography)

RKC Third Coast goalkeeper Judith Dobrinska (18) makes a save during a USL W League match against Minnesota Aurora on Wednesday, May 31, 2023 at TCO Stadium in Eagan, Minnesota. (Photo by Tim McLaughlin)

Minnesota Aurora midfielder Morgan Stone (4) makes a slide tackle against RKC Third Coast forward Alexis Baker (13) during the Minnesota Aurora v. RKC Third Coast match on Wednesday, May 31, 2023 at TCO Stadium in Eagan, Minnesota. (Photo by Michael Lake/Lake Photography)

Minnesota Aurora FC defender Kylie Olsen (24) dribbles the ball during the match against RKC Third Coast at TCO Stadium in Eagan, Minn., on Wednesday, May 31, 2023. (Photo by Seth Steffenhagen/Steffenhagen Photography)

Minnesota Aurora midfielder Addison Weichers (16) and RKC Third Coast midfielder Sophia King (11) contest a header during the Minnesota Aurora v. RKC Third Coast match on Wednesday, May 31, 2023 at TCO Stadium in Eagan, Minnesota. (Photo by Michael Lake/Lake Photography)

Minnesota Aurora forward Kaitlyn MacBean (14) high-fives fans after the Minnesota Aurora v. RKC Third Coast match on Wednesday, May 31, 2023 at TCO Stadium in Eagan, Minnesota. (Photo by Michael Lake/Lake Photography)

Fans high-five Minnesota Aurora players after the Minnesota Aurora v. RKC Third Coast match on Wednesday, May 31, 2023 at TCO Stadium in Eagan, Minnesota. (Photo by Michael Lake/Lake Photography)

Minnesota Aurora defeated RKC Third Coast by a score of 10-0 at TCO Stadium in Eagan, Minn., on Wednesday, May 31, 2023. (Photo by Seth Steffenhagen/Steffenhagen Photography)

by Michael Lake

Photo Gallery: Minnesota Aurora v Rochester FC

Michael Lake

May 25, 2023In Minnesota Aurora FC, Photo Gallery, USL W League

Minnesota Aurora defeated Rochester FC 5-0 at home for the season opener on Wednesday, May 24th, 2023. Here are our photographs from the game.

Minnesota Aurora forward Maya Hansen (13) wins a header over Rochester FC defender Madison Salas (4) during the match at TCO Stadium in Eagan, Minn., on Wednesday, May 24, 2023. (Photo by Seth Steffenhagen/Steffenhagen Photography)

Minnesota Aurora supporters celebrate after Minnesota defeated Rochester FC 5-0 at TCO Stadium in Eagan, Minn., on Wednesday, May 24, 2023. (Photo by Seth Steffenhagen/Steffenhagen Photography)

Supporters pose for a picture during the Minnesota Aurora FC vs Rochester FC match at TCO Stadium in Eagan, Minn., on Wednesday, May 24, 2023. (Photo by Seth Steffenhagen/Steffenhagen Photography)

Minnesota Aurora FC forward Catherine Rapp (20) celebrates after scoring the opening goal during the match against Rochester FC at TCO Stadium in Eagan, Minn., on Wednesday, May 24, 2023. (Photo by Seth Steffenhagen/Steffenhagen Photography)

Minnesota Aurora players celebrate with forward Catherine Rapp (20) after scoring the opening goal against Rochester FC at TCO Stadium in Eagan, Minn., on Wednesday, May 24, 2023. (Photo by Seth Steffenhagen/Steffenhagen Photography)

Minnesota Aurora goalkeeper Amanda Poorbaugh (0) collects the ball during the Minnesota Aurora v. Rochester FC match on Wednesday, May 24, 2023 at TCO Stadium in Eagan, Minnesota. (Photo by Michael Lake/Lake Photography)

Rochester FC midfielder Eduarda Queiroz (12) prepares to take a shot on goal through Minnesota Aurora defender Abby Ostrem (12) during the Minnesota Aurora v. Rochester FC match on Wednesday, May 24, 2023 at TCO Stadium in Eagan, Minnesota. (Photo by Michael Lake/Lake Photography)

Minnesota Aurora midfielder Mariah Nguyen (19) attempts a bicycle kick during the Minnesota Aurora v. Rochester FC match on Wednesday, May 24, 2023 at TCO Stadium in Eagan, Minnesota. (Photo by Michael Lake/Lake Photography)

Minnesota Aurora forward Maya Hansen (13) dribbles the ball while Rochester FC midfielder Lissa Mizutani (18) defends during the Minnesota Aurora v. Rochester FC match on Wednesday, May 24, 2023 at TCO Stadium in Eagan, Minnesota. (Photo by Michael Lake/Lake Photography)

Rochester FC goalkeeper Carlota Alcalde (0) blocks a shot by Minnesota Aurora midfielder Hannah Adler (10) during the Minnesota Aurora v. Rochester FC match on Wednesday, May 24, 2023 at TCO Stadium in Eagan, Minnesota. (Photo by Michael Lake/Lake Photography)

Minnesota Aurora forward Catherine Rapp (20) dribbles the ball during the Minnesota Aurora v. Rochester FC match on Wednesday, May 24, 2023 at TCO Stadium in Eagan, Minnesota. (Photo by Michael Lake/Lake Photography)

Minnesota Aurora forward Catherine Rapp (20) attempts a shot on goal that is blocked by Rochester FC forward Jayda Brown (9) during the Minnesota Aurora v. Rochester FC match on Wednesday, May 24, 2023 at TCO Stadium in Eagan, Minnesota. (Photo by Michael Lake/Lake Photography)

Scenes during the Minnesota Aurora FC vs Rochester FC match at TCO Stadium in Eagan, Minn., on Wednesday, May 24, 2023. (Photo by Seth Steffenhagen/Steffenhagen Photography)

Minnesota Aurora midfielder Vienna Behnke (18) during the Minnesota Aurora v. Rochester FC match on Wednesday, May 24, 2023 at TCO Stadium in Eagan, Minnesota. (Photo by Michael Lake/Lake Photography)

Minnesota Aurora midfielder Hannah Adler (10) dribbles the ball on attack during the Minnesota Aurora v. Rochester FC match on Wednesday, May 24, 2023 at TCO Stadium in Eagan, Minnesota. (Photo by Michael Lake/Lake Photography)

Minnesota Aurora midfielder Vienna Behnke (18) and Rochester FC midfielder Sera Speltz (13) vie for the ball along the sideline during the Minnesota Aurora v. Rochester FC match on Wednesday, May 24, 2023 at TCO Stadium in Eagan, Minnesota. (Photo by Michael Lake/Lake Photography)

Rochester FC goalkeeper Emma Knack (1) kicks a goal kick during the Minnesota Aurora v. Rochester FC match on Wednesday, May 24, 2023 at TCO Stadium in Eagan, Minnesota. (Photo by Michael Lake/Lake Photography)

Minnesota Aurora midfielder Rami Rapp (6) looks for a cross opportunity during the Minnesota Aurora v. Rochester FC match on Wednesday, May 24, 2023 at TCO Stadium in Eagan, Minnesota. (Photo by Michael Lake/Lake Photography)

Minnesota Aurora forward Kristelle Yewah (9) and Rochester FC forward Jayda Brown (9) vie for the ball during the Minnesota Aurora v. Rochester FC match on Wednesday, May 24, 2023 at TCO Stadium in Eagan, Minnesota. (Photo by Michael Lake/Lake Photography)

Minnesota Aurora midfielder Jelena Zbiljic (21) cross the ball into the box during the Minnesota Aurora v. Rochester FC match on Wednesday, May 24, 2023 at TCO Stadium in Eagan, Minnesota. (Photo by Michael Lake/Lake Photography)

Rochester FC midfielder Sera Speltz (13) dribbles the ball while Minnesota Aurora midfielder Vienna Behnke (18) defends during the Minnesota Aurora v. Rochester FC match on Wednesday, May 24, 2023 at TCO Stadium in Eagan, Minnesota. (Photo by Michael Lake/Lake Photography)

Minnesota Aurora midfielder Morgan Stone (4) dribbles the ball during the Minnesota Aurora v. Rochester FC match on Wednesday, May 24, 2023 at TCO Stadium in Eagan, Minnesota. (Photo by Michael Lake/Lake Photography)

Minnesota Aurora players thank the fans after the Minnesota Aurora v. Rochester FC match on Wednesday, May 24, 2023 at TCO Stadium in Eagan, Minnesota. (Photo by Michael Lake/Lake Photography)

Minnesota Aurora midfielder Addison Weichers (16) greets fans after Minnesota Aurora defeated Rochester FC 5-0 at TCO Stadium in Eagan, Minn., on Wednesday, May 24, 2023. (Photo by Seth Steffenhagen/Steffenhagen Photography)

Minnesota Aurora head coach Nicole Lukic takes questions from the media after Minnesota Aurora defeated Rochester FC 5-0 at TCO Stadium in Eagan, Minn., on Wednesday, May 24, 2023. (Photo by Seth Steffenhagen/Steffenhagen Photography)

Minnesota Aurora defender Tianna Harris (15) at Autograph Alley after the Minnesota Aurora v. Rochester FC match on Wednesday, May 24, 2023 at TCO Stadium in Eagan, Minnesota. (Photo by Michael Lake/Lake Photography)

Minnesota Aurora midfielder Hannah Adler (10) at Autograph Alley after the Minnesota Aurora v. Rochester FC match on Wednesday, May 24, 2023 at TCO Stadium in Eagan, Minnesota. (Photo by Michael Lake/Lake Photography)

Minnesota Aurora midfielder Rami Rapp (6) at Autograph Alley after the Minnesota Aurora v. Rochester FC match on Wednesday, May 24, 2023 at TCO Stadium in Eagan, Minnesota. (Photo by Michael Lake/Lake Photography)

by Michael Lake

Photo Gallery: Minnesota Aurora FC Practice

Michael Lake

May 22, 2023In Minnesota Aurora FC, Photo Gallery, USL W League

Minnesota Aurora FC held an open practice session on Monday, May 22nd ahead of their season opener on Wednesday night against Rochester FC. Check out our photos below.

Minnesota Aurora FC training player Tylar Sayles practices drills during a Minnesota Aurora FC practice session on Monday, May 22, 2023 at TCO Stadium in Eagan, Minnesota. (Photo by Michael Lake/Lake Photography)

Minnesota Aurora FC goalkeeper Bayliss Flynn (30) practices drills during a Minnesota Aurora FC practice session on Monday, May 22, 2023 at TCO Stadium in Eagan, Minnesota. (Photo by Michael Lake/Lake Photography)

Minnesota Aurora FC forward Catherine Rapp (20) practices drills during a Minnesota Aurora FC practice session on Monday, May 22, 2023 at TCO Stadium in Eagan, Minnesota. (Photo by Michael Lake/Lake Photography)

Minnesota Aurora FC midfielder Vienna Behnke (18) practices drills during a Minnesota Aurora FC practice session on Monday, May 22, 2023 at TCO Stadium in Eagan, Minnesota. (Photo by Michael Lake/Lake Photography)

Minnesota Aurora FC defender Tianna Harris (15) practices drills during a Minnesota Aurora FC practice session on Monday, May 22, 2023 at TCO Stadium in Eagan, Minnesota. (Photo by Michael Lake/Lake Photography)

Minnesota Aurora FC midfielder Mariah Nguyen (19) and Minnesota Aurora FC forward Maya Hansen (13) practice drills during a Minnesota Aurora FC practice session on Monday, May 22, 2023 at TCO Stadium in Eagan, Minnesota. (Photo by Michael Lake/Lake Photography)

Minnesota Aurora FC forward Maya Hansen (13) practices drills during a Minnesota Aurora FC practice session on Monday, May 22, 2023 at TCO Stadium in Eagan, Minnesota. (Photo by Michael Lake/Lake Photography)

Minnesota Aurora FC defender Makenzie Langdok (2) practices drills during a Minnesota Aurora FC practice session on Monday, May 22, 2023 at TCO Stadium in Eagan, Minnesota. (Photo by Michael Lake/Lake Photography)

Minnesota Aurora FC forward Maya Hansen (13) during a Minnesota Aurora FC practice session on Monday, May 22, 2023 at TCO Stadium in Eagan, Minnesota. (Photo by Michael Lake/Lake Photography)

Players pack up after a Minnesota Aurora FC practice session on Monday, May 22, 2023 at TCO Stadium in Eagan, Minnesota. (Photo by Michael Lake/Lake Photography)

The team stretches after a Minnesota Aurora FC practice session on Monday, May 22, 2023 at TCO Stadium in Eagan, Minnesota. (Photo by Michael Lake/Lake Photography)

The team comes together to end a Minnesota Aurora FC practice session on Monday, May 22, 2023 at TCO Stadium in Eagan, Minnesota. (Photo by Michael Lake/Lake Photography)

Minnesota Aurora FC defender Kelsey Kaufusi (27) is interviewed after a Minnesota Aurora FC practice session on Monday, May 22, 2023 at TCO Stadium in Eagan, Minnesota. (Photo by Michael Lake/Lake Photography)

Minnesota Aurora FC goalkeeper Olivia Graupmann (00) is interviewed after a Minnesota Aurora FC practice session on Monday, May 22, 2023 at TCO Stadium in Eagan, Minnesota. (Photo by Michael Lake/Lake Photography)

by Michael Lake

Photo Gallery: MN Aurora Preseason Practice

Michael Lake

May 10, 2023In Minnesota Aurora FC, Photo Gallery, USL W League

Minnesota Aurora preseason practice kicked off this week and the team invited media to attend practice at TCO Stadium on Tuesday, May 9th, 2023. Here are some of our photos from the day.

Minnesota Aurora FC forward Tianna Harris dribbles the ball during a practice session on Tuesday, May 9, 2023 at TCO Stadium in Eagan, MN. (Photo by Michael Lake / Lake Photography)

Minnesota Aurora FC midfielder Morgan Stone (4) dribbles while forward Catherine Rapp (20) pursues during a practice session on Tuesday, May 9, 2023 at TCO Stadium in Eagan, MN. (Photo by Michael Lake / Lake Photography)

Minnesota Aurora FC defender Makenzie Langdok (2) dribbles the ball past forward Maya Hansen (13) during a practice session on Tuesday, May 9, 2023 at TCO Stadium in Eagan, MN. (Photo by Michael Lake / Lake Photography)

Minnesota Aurora FC training player Ava Bjorkman Tracy (left) passes the ball while midfielder Mariah Nguyen (19) presses during a practice session on Tuesday, May 9, 2023 at TCO Stadium in Eagan, MN. (Photo by Michael Lake / Lake Photography)

Minnesota Aurora FC forward Maya Hansen (13) tries to dribble the ball past defender Sophie French (3) during a practice session on Tuesday, May 9, 2023 at TCO Stadium in Eagan, MN. (Photo by Michael Lake / Lake Photography)

Minnesota Aurora FC defender Kelsey Kaufusi (27) dribbles the ball during a practice session on Tuesday, May 9, 2023 at TCO Stadium in Eagan, MN. (Photo by Michael Lake / Lake Photography)

Minnesota Aurora FC training player Maya Dempsey passes the ball during a practice session on Tuesday, May 9, 2023 at TCO Stadium in Eagan, MN. (Photo by Michael Lake / Lake Photography)

Minnesota Aurora FC midfielder Addison Weichers (16) dribbles the ball past midfielder Morgan Stone (4) during a practice session on Tuesday, May 9, 2023 at TCO Stadium in Eagan, MN. (Photo by Michael Lake / Lake Photography)

Minnesota Aurora FC training player Emma Fournier looks for a passing opportunity during a practice session on Tuesday, May 9, 2023 at TCO Stadium in Eagan, MN. (Photo by Michael Lake / Lake Photography)

Minnesota Aurora FC head coach Nicole Lukic talks to the team during a practice session on Tuesday, May 9, 2023 at TCO Stadium in Eagan, MN. (Photo by Michael Lake / Lake Photography)

Minnesota Aurora FC goalkeeping coach Cassie Ulrich instructs goalkeeper Olivia Graupmann (00) during a practice session on Tuesday, May 9, 2023 at TCO Stadium in Eagan, MN. (Photo by Michael Lake / Lake Photography)

Minnesota Aurora FC defender Makenzie Langdok (2) practices drills during a practice session on Tuesday, May 9, 2023 at TCO Stadium in Eagan, MN. (Photo by Michael Lake / Lake Photography)

Minnesota Aurora FC forward Kristelle Yewah (9) heads the ball during a practice session on Tuesday, May 9, 2023 at TCO Stadium in Eagan, MN. (Photo by Michael Lake / Lake Photography)

Minnesota Aurora FC defender Kelsey Kaufusi (27) heads the ball during a practice session on Tuesday, May 9, 2023 at TCO Stadium in Eagan, MN. (Photo by Michael Lake / Lake Photography)

Minnesota Aurora FC goalkeeper Taylor Kane (1) practices drills during a practice session on Tuesday, May 9, 2023 at TCO Stadium in Eagan, MN. (Photo by Michael Lake / Lake Photography)

Minnesota Aurora FC forward Catherine Rapp (20) at a practice session on Tuesday, May 9, 2023 at TCO Stadium in Eagan, MN. (Photo by Michael Lake / Lake Photography)

Minnesota Aurora FC defender Makenzie Langdok (2) practices drills during a practice session on Tuesday, May 9, 2023 at TCO Stadium in Eagan, MN. (Photo by Michael Lake / Lake Photography)

Minnesota Aurora FC forward Kaitlyn MacBean (14) practices drills during a practice session on Tuesday, May 9, 2023 at TCO Stadium in Eagan, MN. (Photo by Michael Lake / Lake Photography)

Minnesota Aurora FC midfielder Jelena Zbiljic (21) practices drills during a practice session on Tuesday, May 9, 2023 at TCO Stadium in Eagan, MN. (Photo by Michael Lake / Lake Photography)

Minnesota Aurora FC forward Kaitlyn MacBean (14) high-fives forward Tianna Harris during a practice session on Tuesday, May 9, 2023 at TCO Stadium in Eagan, MN. (Photo by Michael Lake / Lake Photography)

Minnesota Aurora FC head coach Nicole Lukic instructs the team during a practice session on Tuesday, May 9, 2023 at TCO Stadium in Eagan, MN. (Photo by Michael Lake / Lake Photography)

Minnesota Aurora FC players cool down after a practice session on Tuesday, May 9, 2023 at TCO Stadium in Eagan, MN. (Photo by Michael Lake / Lake Photography)

Minnesota Aurora FC midfielder Vienna Behnke is interviewed by Bridget McDowell of Northern Lights Football after a practice session on Tuesday, May 9, 2023 at TCO Stadium in Eagan, MN. (Photo by Michael Lake / Lake Photography)

Minnesota Aurora FC forward Kristelle Yewah (9) and forward Tianna Harris are interviewed by Mark and Matt Privratsky of Equal Time Soccer after a practice session on Tuesday, May 9, 2023 at TCO Stadium in Eagan, MN. (Photo by Michael Lake / Lake Photography)

Minnesota Aurora FC defender Kelsey Kaufusi (27) and midfielder Addison Weichers (16) are interviewed by Matthew “MJ” Johnson of Sota Soccer after a practice session on Tuesday, May 9, 2023 at TCO Stadium in Eagan, MN. (Photo by Michael Lake / Lake Photography)

Minnesota Aurora FC forward Catherine Rapp (20) carts equipment off the field following a practice session on Tuesday, May 9, 2023 at TCO Stadium in Eagan, MN. (Photo by Michael Lake / Lake Photography)

Minnesota Aurora FC midfielder Mariah Nguyen (19) and midfielder Jelena Zbiljic (21) leave the field following a practice session on Tuesday, May 9, 2023 at TCO Stadium in Eagan, MN. (Photo by Michael Lake / Lake Photography)

Minnesota Aurora FC midfielder Morgan Stone (4) answers questions from the press after a practice session on Tuesday, May 9, 2023 at TCO Stadium in Eagan, MN. (Photo by Michael Lake / Lake Photography)

Minnesota Aurora FC head coach Nicole Lukic answers questions from the press after a practice session on Tuesday, May 9, 2023 at TCO Stadium in Eagan, MN. (Photo by Michael Lake / Lake Photography)

by Michael Lake

Photo Gallery: MN Aurora Kit Reveal and Team Welcome

Michael Lake

May 8, 2023In Minnesota Aurora FC, Photo Gallery, USL W League

On Sunday, Minnesota Aurora hosted a Kit Reveal and Team Welcome event at the Mall of America where the team unveiled their 2023 “Instant Classic” Home Kit, welcomed back returning players, and introduced new players for the 2023 season.

Aurora begins their season with a match against Rochester at TCO stadium on Wednesday, May 24th at 7pm.

Fox 9 anchor Dawn Mitchell emcees at the Minnesota Aurora 2023 Home Kit Reveal and Team Welcome event hosted at the Mall of America on Sunday, May 7, 2023. (Photo by Michael Lake/Lake Photography)

Minnesota Aurora cofounder Andrea Yoch takes the stage during the Minnesota Aurora 2023 Home Kit Reveal and Team Welcome event hosted at the Mall of America on Sunday, May 7, 2023. (Photo by Michael Lake/Lake Photography)

Minnesota Aurora cofounders thank the crowd at the Minnesota Aurora 2023 Home Kit Reveal and Team Welcome event hosted at the Mall of America on Sunday, May 7, 2023. (Photo by Michael Lake/Lake Photography)

Minnesota Aurora players Kylie Olson and Addison Weichers at the Minnesota Aurora 2023 Home Kit Reveal and Team Welcome event hosted at the Mall of America on Sunday, May 7, 2023. (Photo by Michael Lake/Lake Photography)

Minnesota Aurora defender Tianna Harris high-fives the crowd at the Minnesota Aurora 2023 Home Kit Reveal and Team Welcome event hosted at the Mall of America on Sunday, May 7, 2023. (Photo by Michael Lake/Lake Photography)

Minnesota Aurora defender Tianna Harris at the Minnesota Aurora 2023 Home Kit Reveal and Team Welcome event hosted at the Mall of America on Sunday, May 7, 2023. (Photo by Michael Lake/Lake Photography)

Minnesota Aurora players Tianna Harris, Lydia Ruppert, Kylie Olson, and Addison Weichers reveal the 2023 Instant Classic Kit at the Minnesota Aurora 2023 Home Kit Reveal and Team Welcome event hosted at the Mall of America on Sunday, May 7, 2023. (Photo by Michael Lake/Lake Photography)

Minnesota Aurora players Kylie Olson and Addison Weichers onstage at the Minnesota Aurora 2023 Home Kit Reveal and Team Welcome event hosted at the Mall of America on Sunday, May 7, 2023. (Photo by Michael Lake/Lake Photography)

Minnesota Aurora designer Allie Schmidt discusses the new 2023 Instant Classic Kit design at the Minnesota Aurora 2023 Home Kit Reveal and Team Welcome event hosted at the Mall of America on Sunday, May 7, 2023. (Photo by Michael Lake/Lake Photography)

Minnesota Aurora Chief Operating Officer Jessica Poole talks to the crowd at the Minnesota Aurora 2023 Home Kit Reveal and Team Welcome event hosted at the Mall of America on Sunday, May 7, 2023. (Photo by Michael Lake/Lake Photography)

Minnesota Aurora goalkeeper Taylor Kane takes the stage at the Minnesota Aurora 2023 Home Kit Reveal and Team Welcome event hosted at the Mall of America on Sunday, May 7, 2023. (Photo by Michael Lake/Lake Photography)

Minnesota Aurora defender Makenzie Langdok takes the stage at the Minnesota Aurora 2023 Home Kit Reveal and Team Welcome event hosted at the Mall of America on Sunday, May 7, 2023. (Photo by Michael Lake/Lake Photography)

Minnesota Aurora forward Kristelle Yewah takes the stage at the Minnesota Aurora 2023 Home Kit Reveal and Team Welcome event hosted at the Mall of America on Sunday, May 7, 2023. (Photo by Michael Lake / Lake Photography)

Minnesota Aurora midfielder Morgan Stone takes the stage at the Minnesota Aurora 2023 Home Kit Reveal and Team Welcome event hosted at the Mall of America on Sunday, May 7, 2023. (Photo by Michael Lake / Lake Photography)

Minnesota Aurora midfielder Addison Weichers at the Minnesota Aurora 2023 Home Kit Reveal and Team Welcome event hosted at the Mall of America on Sunday, May 7, 2023. (Photo by Michael Lake / Lake Photography)

Minnesota Aurora midfielder Mariah Nguyen takes the stage at the Minnesota Aurora 2023 Home Kit Reveal and Team Welcome event hosted at the Mall of America on Sunday, May 7, 2023. (Photo by Michael Lake / Lake Photography)

Minnesota Aurora forward Catherine Rapp takes the stage at the Minnesota Aurora 2023 Home Kit Reveal and Team Welcome event hosted at the Mall of America on Sunday, May 7, 2023. (Photo by Michael Lake / Lake Photography)

Minnesota Aurora defender Kennedy Faulknor takes the stage at the Minnesota Aurora 2023 Home Kit Reveal and Team Welcome event hosted at the Mall of America on Sunday, May 7, 2023. (Photo by Michael Lake / Lake Photography)

Minnesota Aurora defender Kelsey Kaufusi takes the stage at the Minnesota Aurora 2023 Home Kit Reveal and Team Welcome event hosted at the Mall of America on Sunday, May 7, 2023. (Photo by Michael Lake / Lake Photography)

Minnesota Aurora mascot Rory the Aurorasaurus takes the stage at the Minnesota Aurora 2023 Home Kit Reveal and Team Welcome event hosted at the Mall of America on Sunday, May 7, 2023. (Photo by Michael Lake / Lake Photography)

Minnesota Aurora 2023 Home Kit Reveal and Team Welcome event hosted at the Mall of America on Sunday, May 7, 2023. (Photo by Michael Lake / Lake Photography)

The MN Revontulet leads the crowd in an Aurora cheer at the Minnesota Aurora 2023 Home Kit Reveal and Team Welcome event hosted at the Mall of America on Sunday, May 7, 2023. (Photo by Michael Lake / Lake Photography)

Minnesota Aurora mascot Rory the Aurorasaurus leads the team in high-fiving the crowd at the Minnesota Aurora 2023 Home Kit Reveal and Team Welcome event hosted at the Mall of America on Sunday, May 7, 2023. (Photo by Michael Lake / Lake Photography)

Minnesota Aurora players Makenzie Langdok, Addison Weichers, Sophie French, and Taylor Kane high-five the crowd at the Minnesota Aurora 2023 Home Kit Reveal and Team Welcome event hosted at the Mall of America on Sunday, May 7, 2023. (Photo by Michael Lake / Lake Photography)

Minnesota Aurora players autograph cards at the Minnesota Aurora 2023 Home Kit Reveal and Team Welcome event hosted at the Mall of America on Sunday, May 7, 2023. (Photo by Michael Lake / Lake Photography)

Minnesota Aurora forward Kristelle Yewah and midfielder Morgan Stone autograph cards for fans at the Minnesota Aurora 2023 Home Kit Reveal and Team Welcome event hosted at the Mall of America on Sunday, May 7, 2023. (Photo by Michael Lake / Lake Photography)

by Michael Lake